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Title: Budget option for simple balcony rail clamp?
Post by: jagraham on January 18, 2020, 07:26:53 PM

I’m looking for a simple balcony clamp solution for a last minute show, see the pic below for the rail. Does anyone have any recommendations of how to clamp to a railing with a super or other clamp? I already have the ability to mount my mics, I’m just looking to clamp to the rail an adjustable pole. Doesn’t need to be very tall because it’s a reserved seating show.

I’m aware there is other info on the boards on this but was hoping someone could point me to something on Amazon because I need it quickly. Is there a good cheap extension pole or even a DYI setup that would work with the manfrotto super clamp with the 2908 stud? I’ve read how it can clamp to anything but I’m confused as to what I need in addition to raise my mics. Probably will be running at 853 hypers. Any input appreciated.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/kcfan/3342692942 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/kcfan/3342692942)

Title: Re: Budget option for simple balcony rail clamp?
Post by: aaronji on January 21, 2020, 12:27:31 PM

The Manfrotto 122B works well for this. You can also pair it with the 003 base to make a low on-stage stand...

Title: Re: Budget option for simple balcony rail clamp?
Post by: goodcooker on January 21, 2020, 01:33:23 PM

I use one of these for lots of scenarios but 6 inches may not be enough for you

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/546373-REG/Manfrotto_042_042_Extension_Arm_with.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=CjwKCAiA35rxBRAWEiwADqB373NgX8p-sMlMODYLssRJVXvneGoWp9JSG5aye0W1P863F5iDRSmrghoC1WMQAvD_BwE